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The Function of Men and Women in the Church and in the Home (Part 2) Apr 26, 2023

Show notes

In today’s episode, Jon and Justin continue a lengthy conversation about men and women--and how we relate to one another in the home and in the church. There has been a lot of cultural baggage that has influenced the church through history on these matters. There has been a lot of pain caused and damage done. This conversation is not comprehensive or exhaustive. We thank you for listening with charity and kindness, as we all seek to grow in our understanding.

NOTE: There is no Semper Reformanda this week due to the nature of the conversation.

Resources:

Simply Trinity by Matthew Barrett

Justin’s sermon on Ephesians 5:22-6:9

The Function of Men and Women in the Church and in the Home (Part 1) Apr 19, 2023

Show notes

In today’s episode, Jon and Justin begin a lengthy conversation about men and women--and how we relate to one another in the home and in the church. There has been a lot of cultural baggage that has influenced the church through history on these matters. There has been a lot of pain caused and damage done. This conversation is not comprehensive or exhaustive. We thank you for listening with charity and kindness, as we all seek to grow in our understanding.

NOTE: There is no Semper Reformanda this week due to the nature of the conversation.

Resources:

Simply Trinity by Matthew Barrett

Justin’s sermon on Ephesians 5:22-6:9

From Death to Comfort (Ezekiel 36-37) Apr 12, 2023

Show notes

In today’s episode, Jon and Justin talk about the fact that it is God who saves sinners--meaning, he does it all. From the beginning to the very end, salvation is a work of God. He brings us all the way home. To have this conversation, the guys consider Ezekiel 36 and 37. The Lord says some strong things about our condition and about his work. May our souls be comforted in him.

Semper Reformanda: Jon and Justin talk about the reality of suffering and weakness in this life--and how the thing that is most helpful to us is getting glimpses of God’s eternal plan.

Christian, There Will Be Sin (w/ Ken Jones) Apr 05, 2023

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For today’s episode, Jon and Justin are joined by Ken Jones (pastor of Glendale Baptist Church and host of Saints and Sinners Unplugged). The guys talk about the fact that Christians will sin--perhaps very badly for a really long time. What is the normal Christian experience? If we have been united to Christ and justified in him, how should we think about our battle against the corruption of our flesh? How can is it the church can be a safe place for sinners?

Semper Reformanda is included in today’s episode for free!

Semper Reformanda: Jon, Justin, and Ken speak to the fact that Christians struggle with all kinds of sins--even sins related to our sexuality and gender. Then, the guys have a very good conversation about church discipline and when it is that a Christian should question his/her salvation.

Ken’s Show - Saints and Sinners Unplugged

Revivalism (w/ Ken Jones) Mar 29, 2023

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For today’s episode, Jon and Justin are joined by Ken Jones (pastor of Glendale Baptist Church and host of Saints and Sinners Unplugged). The guys talk about revivalism. There are two distinct traditions within American Protestantism: one is the confessional/ordinary means of grace tradition; the other pietistic and revivalistic. What are the differences between the two? What about the First Great Awakening? What is it that characterizes any genuine movement of God?

Semper Reformanda is included in today’s episode for free!

Semper Reformanda: Jon, Justin, and Ken answer the question, “What do we make of the Puritans?” And then, the guys go on do discuss the Marrow Controversy and how it is applicable to today.

Ken’s Show - Saints and Sinners Unplugged

Where's Jesus in Our Preaching? (w/ Ken Jones) Mar 22, 2023

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For today’s episode, Jon and Justin are joined by Ken Jones (pastor of Glendale Baptist Church and host of Saints and Sinners Unplugged). The guys talk about what it is to preach Christ from all of Scripture--and how there are many approaches to preaching that claim the label “Christ-centered” but are not really heralding the person and work of Jesus to sinners. And what about application in preaching? How should we think about that?

Semper Reformanda: Jon, Justin, and Ken talk about the preachers and theologians who have most impacted them and then offer some thoughts on commentaries for preachers and laypersons.

Ken’s Show - Saints and Sinners Unplugged

Pitfalls for the Reformed Mar 15, 2023

Show notes

In today's episode, Jon and Justin reflect on the world of conservative reformed Christianity. Taking a dive into dead orthodoxy on one side to pietism and revivalism on the other, the guys ask: how did we get here? What is God expecting? Can we identify these pitfalls in our own lives? This episode is not about just pointing out faults but being able to recognize harmful habits we've fallen into and moving past them.

Semper Reformanda: Jon and Justin discuss the purpose of the Christian life and more personal aspects of their understanding on recent events in the reformed world.

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What's It Like to Leave Emotionalism? (w/ Chris Gordon) Mar 08, 2023

Show notes

While on the west coast, Jon and Justin were invited by Chris Gordon (host of Abounding Grace Radio and pastor of Escondido United Reformed Church) to do some recording. This episode is the third portion of that conversation. The guys talk about what it’s like for an evangelical to walk into a confessional church. What is hard? What is confusing? Yet what is it that’s so attractive? What are pastoral concerns for those making the transition out of emotionalism?

Semper Reformanda: Jon and Justin talk about differences between emotionalism and confessionalism--when it comes to corporate worship. In short, we come to receive from the Lord. What does that mean? What does that look like?

Part 1 of this conversation

Part 2 of this conversation

Resting in Jesus Christ Mar 01, 2023

Show notes

The objective in this episode is simple: to talk about the sufficiency of Jesus Christ and the rest he provides to sinners. In order to do that, Jon and Justin consider the law, the judgement seat, and the gospel--which is the power of God for salvation to all who believe. We ought not be afraid of wrath or condemnation. We ought not be afraid to go to Jesus in our time of need. He really does bid us to come to him for rest.

Semper Reformanda: Jon and Justin consider why many people actually want their pastors to preach law and about the “foolishness” of the gospel.

Resources:
Justin's sermons in Romans

Christianizing the Nations? (w/ Chris Gordon) Feb 22, 2023

Show notes

While on the west coast, Jon and Justin were invited by Chris Gordon (host of Abounding Grace Radio and pastor of Escondido United Reformed Church) to do some recording. This episode is the second portion of that conversation. The guys discuss the Great Commission. What is it? Is it a call to Christianize the nations? Or is it the preaching of Jesus Christ for the justification of sinners? (Hint: It’s the latter.)

Semper Reformanda: Jon and Justin talk about theonomy--how it confuses the law and obscures the gospel.